Grand Champ
DMX · 2003
74 min · 23 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop
A gritty blend of aggressive beats and raw lyricism reflecting street life and personal struggle.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gritty narratives of street life
- dynamic progression with interludes
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- party-ready anthems for gatherings
- introspective moments amidst aggression
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer smooth, consistent flows
- seek purely melodic experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Grand Champ' was released in 2003, DMX was a well-established figure in hip-hop, following his commercial peak with hits from albums like 'Flesh of My Flesh, Blood of My Blood.' This album came after a tumultuous period marked by legal troubles and personal challenges, making it a crucial moment for DMX to reaffirm his place in the genre. It was his fifth studio album, showcasing both his signature sound and vulnerability.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dog (intro) 3:32
- 2 My Life 3:09
- 3 Where the Hood At 4:46
- 4 Dogs Out 4:03
- 5 Get It on the Floor 4:22
- 6 Come Prepared (skit) 0:35
- 7 Shot Down 3:42
- 8 Bring the Noize 3:30
- 9 Untouchable 6:05
- 10 Fuck Y’all 3:43
- 11 Ruff Radio (skit) 0:43
- 12 We’re Back 4:25
- 13 Ruff Radio 2 (skit) 0:18
- 14 Rob All Night (If I’m Gonna Rob) 3:27
- 15 We Go Hard 3:36
- 16 We ’Bout to Blow 3:31
- 17 The Rain 3:27
- 18 Gotta Go (skit) 1:07
- 19 Don’t Gotta Go Home 4:17
- 20 A’Yo Kato 3:46
- 21 Thank You 3:01
- 22 The Prayer V 1:47
- 23 On Top 3:34
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